| Author | Message | ||
     Jreichner |
I know that this may be a silly question but I have a set of tire valve stem covers. One is seized and I can't remove it. Tried to spray PB Blaster into the bottom of the cap and let is sit but I am not sure if I am getting anything in there. I guess the worst case is that I will have to take the bike somewhere and have a new stem or tire installed. Just curious if there was something else I could do. Any input would be appreciated. Thanks. | ||
| Whosbeenfartin |
assuming this is a rubber stem, grab it with a stem tool, or vice grips, and rip it out with a strong jerk to the side. Then use a vice or similar tool CAREFULLY break the bead on the tire and put a new stem in. The tire doesn't need to be completely removed, just the bead broken enough to get your finger or something else to get the stem poping out. | ||
| Ratbuell |
Careful use of a Dremel and cutoff wheel should turn the O shape of the cover into a C...or a pair of <> and allow removal. Cut most of the way through and use a screwdriver to pry the halves open. | ||
| Ratbuell |
....and when you get a new set of tires, spring for the stainless valves instead of the rubber ones. IIRC they were stock on the Buells anyhoo...  |
